Quality Director, Europe
Location: Flexible within Europe (preferred: Sweden, Poland, Italy, Netherlands, UK, or Germany)
Shape the future of quality at Solenis.
Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, committed to delivering sustainable solutions across water-intensive industries such as food and beverage, industrial manufacturing, and institutional services. Owned by Platinum Equity, our technologies improve efficiency, protect assets, and support a cleaner, safer world.
We are now hiring a Quality Director for Europe to lead and evolve our regional quality strategy. This senior-level role will oversee a geographically dispersed team and drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational excellence, compliance, and a strong culture of continuous improvement.
Key Challenges
Strategic Leadership and Quality Oversight
- Lead and develop a team of regional and site-level quality professionals.
- Define and execute quality strategies aligned with regulatory and customer requirements.
- Ensure readiness for audits and certifications, maintaining robust quality systems.
Cross-Functional Influence
- Work across manufacturing, R&D, customer service, and supply chain teams to embed quality into core processes.
- Collaborate effectively within a matrix structure, influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
- Act as a key contact for external certification and audit bodies.
Performance and Continuous Improvement
- Lead change initiatives and drive system improvements across the region.
- Monitor and report on quality KPIs, including right-first-time and complaint resolution metrics.
- Promote accountability and transparency through effective communication and reporting.
About You
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related field.
- At least 10 years of experience in quality management, production, or supply chain, with significant leadership responsibility.
- Experience managing direct reports and leading multi-site quality teams.
- Strong knowledge of quality management systems and standards (e.g. ISO 9001).
- Proven ability to lead in matrix organizations and navigate complex stakeholder environments.
- Strong change management capabilities and a results-oriented mindset.
- Exceptional communication skills and managerial courage.
- Experience in chemical, medical device, or related regulated industries is preferred.
- Willingness to travel across Europe as needed.
Why Solenis?
At Solenis, you'll be part of a purpose-driven team focused on sustainability and innovation. You will:
- Lead a high-impact function critical to our European operations.
- Influence business growth and shape quality strategy at scale.
- Receive a competitive compensation package, including an annual bonus, pension scheme, and private healthcare.
Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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